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Major Mineral: Sodium and Potassium
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8. Water and Minerals / Major Mineral: Sodium and Potassium / Problem 7
Problem 7
Which set of causes and symptoms correctly describes hypokalemia?
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Causes: excessive potassium supplements or salt substitutes; Symptoms: increased muscle strength and hyperactive reflexes with no cardiac effects.
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Causes: vomiting, diarrhea, diuretics; Symptoms: muscle weakness, fatigue, possibly arrhythmias.
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Causes: high dietary potassium from fruits and vegetables only; Symptoms: profuse sweating and high blood pressure with persistent headaches.
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Causes: dehydration exclusively from lack of water intake; Symptoms: neurological hyperactivity and severe agitation in all cases.
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